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Title: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Abe on August 08, 2013, 08:37:32 AM: This topic is for ANY bike you have.

Just add if you have a wider/taller screen, wind deflectors, different top box etc, this will assist anyone looking for a new cover.

What type of cover (1/2, 3/4 or full)?

Waterproof, dust proof, UV etc?

Compact in size?

Purchased from?

Approx. cost?

Would buy the some cover again?

Just add any details that you think is relevant.

:dred11

I have a 3/4 cover (size XL) on my 1100 with a taller/wider (Screens for bikes) screen and it fits great and would buy one again, compact for stowage. approx $20.00.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/230965455677?var=530137554459&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/230965455677?var=530137554459&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649)

Cheers
Dave
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: ST2UP on August 08, 2013, 08:45:41 AM: I have the bulky Supercheap cover for home in the shed......but Tony put me onto a 3/4 Ebay cover for $20.....very snug fit, but effective for a travel cover....packs compact and flat back into its bag with easy.

Tony will post the link when he see's this.......

:beer
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Brock on August 08, 2013, 09:03:00 AM: Good one Abe...

:well :well :well

Now I dun gone and got one..
:|||| :||||
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Streak on August 08, 2013, 09:25:27 AM: Quote from: Abe on August 08, 2013, 08:37:32 AM
I have a 3/4 cover (size XL) on my 1100 with a taller/wider (Screens for bikes) screen and it fits great and would buy one again, compact for stowage. approx $20.00.

[url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/230965455677?var=530137554459&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649[/url] ([url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/230965455677?var=530137554459&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649[/url])

Great Minds Abe, I have the same cover for mine, and a purple version coming for teela
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: StinkyPete on August 08, 2013, 03:23:09 PM: I've got an RJAYS, which readily covers the top box and the taller BikeQuip screen, but I can't find the tag which gives the size.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: jimwilly on August 09, 2013, 10:49:33 AM: I bought an RJays large size fits ST and Goldie, probably same as Stinky pete's, fleecy inner and quite durable.
About $45.00 or $50.00 I think.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: ST2UP on August 09, 2013, 03:25:45 PM: It would John, think the real make or break difference would be the screen height of the 1100 as apossed to the seductive and sleek lines of the 1300 with the screen down :popcorn.......why do you need a bike cover anyway ???? then it would have NO chance of a wash :nahnah
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: JuST Peter on August 09, 2013, 10:40:51 PM: I may have gone to the extreme, but as my ST13 lives outside, I wanted a waterproof flock lined cover that would do the job and not scratch the paint and ended up with an extra large from RJAYS for $69.95 (same as StinkyPete's and JimWilly)
but it does what I wanted + with the screen fully raised as well:
http://www.mcas.com.au/motorcycle-accessories-road-bike-covers/rjays-lined-bike-cover-waterproof (http://www.mcas.com.au/motorcycle-accessories-road-bike-covers/rjays-lined-bike-cover-waterproof)
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Abe on August 10, 2013, 09:53:46 AM: Seems RJays for at home and the light 3/4 cover for RTE's, overnighters etc.

Thanks all for your input.

Karma Brock, I'm going to buy a RJays now.

Cheers
Dave
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Sicman on August 10, 2013, 01:01:12 PM: Quote from: ST2UP on August 08, 2013, 08:45:41 AM
I have the bulky Supercheap cover for home in the shed......but Tony put me onto a 3/4 Ebay cover for $20.....very snug fit, but effective for a travel cover....packs compact and flat back into its bag with easy.

Tony will post the link when he see's this.......

:beer

This be the one
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Motorcycle-Cover-Fit-Honda-CMX250C-Rebel-250-CBR1000F-ST1300-Pan-European-ZM2BS-/300871083913?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item460d506789 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Motorcycle-Cover-Fit-Honda-CMX250C-Rebel-250-CBR1000F-ST1300-Pan-European-ZM2BS-/300871083913?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item460d506789)

Cheers
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Marcus on March 29, 2014, 09:50:14 AM: Quote from: Abe on August 08, 2013, 08:37:32 AM
I have a 3/4 cover (size XL) on my 1100 with a taller/wider (Screens for bikes) screen and it fits great and would buy one again, compact for stowage. approx $20.00.

[url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/230965455677?var=530137554459&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649[/url] ([url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/230965455677?var=530137554459&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649[/url])

Abe you say you have the XL on the 1100, do you think this size will fit the 1300 with the top box and windshield, or should I order a larger one?
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Abe on March 29, 2014, 10:10:37 AM: It does cover SOME of the bike (screen and top box, down to front guard)

But not the panniers as I have an aerial.

I did use one on the recent trip to the Rally and it worked well for the price
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Marcus on March 29, 2014, 10:44:44 AM: So a larger one, just to be sure :D

Thanks
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: ST.George on March 29, 2014, 11:11:33 AM: http://shop.sydneycitymotorcycles.com.au/p/1155091/oxford-aquatex-bike-cover-camo-sm-xl.html (http://shop.sydneycitymotorcycles.com.au/p/1155091/oxford-aquatex-bike-cover-camo-sm-xl.html)

This one fits my 1300 with top box perfectly. Also fits 1100 as BillSteff has one and he recommended.
Need XL size. Handy slot for disc lock. Central clip is awkward to attach tho. Available online.
Approx $50 + delivery. Not cheap but good quality.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Marcus on March 29, 2014, 11:18:13 AM: Thanks mate
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Grumpy on March 29, 2014, 11:23:57 AM: I have a full cover for home in the garage, doesn't get used much when the ST is actually going. For travelling I use an army hutchee because they are waterproff and roll up to almost nothing. They can also be stretched quite tight to provide better protection.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Marcus on March 29, 2014, 11:46:12 AM: Quote from: Grumpy on March 29, 2014, 11:23:57 AM
For travelling I use an army hutchee because they are waterproff and roll up to almost nothing. They can also be stretched quite tight to provide better protection.

A what now?
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: JuST Peter on March 29, 2014, 12:22:40 PM: Quote from: Marcus on March 29, 2014, 11:46:12 AM
Quote from: Grumpy on March 29, 2014, 11:23:57 AM
For travelling I use an army hutchee because they are waterproff and roll up to almost nothing. They can also be stretched quite tight to provide better protection.

A what now?
A "hutchee" or "hoochie" is an Army issue lightweight waterproof tarp usually used as a tent
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Marcus on March 29, 2014, 12:28:09 PM: Oh
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Wild Rose on March 30, 2014, 02:46:43 PM: (http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/gtrleo/ST1300halfbikecover_zpse7ff0707.jpg) (http://s881.photobucket.com/user/gtrleo/media/ST1300halfbikecover_zpse7ff0707.jpg.html)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/UltraGard-Classic-Series-Half-Cover-Cranberry-Fits-Honda-ST1300-2003-2013-/331146079841?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3AHonda&hash=item4d19d82e61 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/UltraGard-Classic-Series-Half-Cover-Cranberry-Fits-Honda-ST1300-2003-2013-/331146079841?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3AHonda&hash=item4d19d82e61)

This is what I bought and found it very good. It is good for travelling as it doesn't take up a lot of room
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: JuST Peter on April 06, 2014, 09:02:50 PM: That's an odd looking ST13 Leo :grin
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Totgas on April 06, 2014, 11:06:48 PM: Another for the RJays. Had one for the last 10 years, good as the day I bought it. Fully covers the screen and topbox and has ties for windy conditions.
A.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Wild Rose on April 06, 2014, 11:26:29 PM: Quote from: JuST Peter on April 06, 2014, 09:02:50 PM
That's an odd looking ST13 Leo :grin

:think1 :think1 :think1 :think1

Peter
It is only a photo to show what it looks like :cuss :cuss :cuss
It fits my ST1300 well but doesn't cover the panniers :grin
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: ST2UP on July 24, 2014, 07:19:26 AM: Hmmmmm...........bike cover :think1

(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/ST2UP/978eaaf8e0ee131354a377fe8e96ed20_zps16c20cb6.jpg)
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: alans1100 on July 24, 2014, 11:20:55 AM: I have this one coming. Supposed to fit a Goldwing so it should be ok on the 1100. A cover is not something I usually worry about as it means I need to take it off before I can ride the bike. It'll be more like Heather putting it on and me taking it off.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Waterproof-Motorcycle-Storage-Cover-Outdoor-For-Honda-Goldwing-Softail-Fireblade-/271304262441?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2afe8329 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Waterproof-Motorcycle-Storage-Cover-Outdoor-For-Honda-Goldwing-Softail-Fireblade-/271304262441?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2afe8329)

(http://www.imghostr.net/images/2019/04/25/b14bf14af35112032c9c905cf83c2c2c.jpg)
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Williamson on July 24, 2014, 11:35:44 AM: Quote from: alans1100 on July 24, 2014, 11:20:55 AM
..... [url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Waterproof-Motorcycle-Storage-Cover-Outdoor-For-Honda-Goldwing-Softail-Fireblade-/271304262441?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2afe8329[/url] ([url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Waterproof-Motorcycle-Storage-Cover-Outdoor-For-Honda-Goldwing-Softail-Fireblade-/271304262441?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2afe8329[/url])

I got the exact same one, despite the description that it fits a Goldwing, it doesn't - it just fits over my Piaggio 250 scooter. The quality of the material is good for sub $20.00 delivered, but don't expect it to keep the bike dry if it gets rained on, it's just a light cover and keeps the dust off

I have not bothered to return it (as it fits the Piaggio), the old Piaggio cover was too big, so it's now over the Elite camper trailer, and the Mighty ST13 has its cover. All's well, that ends well.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Pezzz on July 26, 2014, 12:04:01 AM: Where does the uhf aerial come through ?????? I know ... First world problems ...

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Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Gadget on July 26, 2014, 07:18:32 AM: Marcus,

Here is a website with "hoochies"
http://www.wellingtonsurplus.com.au/listProduct/militaria/hoochies (http://www.wellingtonsurplus.com.au/listProduct/militaria/hoochies)

Pezzz,
UHF CB aerial issue. Hadn't thought about that. Good thing mine is stainless steel and spring mounted. :grin :hijacked

I don't have a cover for mine as it is always garaged at home and is a daily commuter. At work we have shade/rain sails where I park the bike.

But this thread has given me ideas that for those blowy rainy days at work, it would be handy to keep the rain off. And for Overnighters/travelling.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: johnnyYTED on July 26, 2014, 10:16:29 AM: :dred11
6 yrs ago I went lQQking on ebay for my bike cover, I found 1 ad that said for large bike with topbox. $10 so I ordered it. it arrived and there was no way it would fit my bike :well so I gave it to a friend with a Yamaha xs1100.
I then went back to ebay and found an ad with 2hrs bidding left where no previous bids had been placed. I waited till about 2 mins left and placed the 1ST bid $1.00 and won the item, It arrived and fitted STranger, top box and all. its STill being used only I loST its STorage bag. :fp
$1.00 ebay great buy... with free postage.. :rockon
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: atoyot on July 26, 2014, 06:25:54 PM: I got a large Aldi outdoor cover a while ago. Fits well, but can't remember how much, but probably very cheap, but definitely more than $1!. I notice that the week after next, Aldi will have bike gear on sale again. Have to wait to see what they've got, as some of their stuff is OK.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: alans1100 on July 30, 2014, 05:42:28 PM: Quote from: alans1100 on July 24, 2014, 11:20:55 AM
I have this one coming.

[url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Waterproof-Motorcycle-Storage-Cover-Outdoor-For-Honda-Goldwing-Softail-Fireblade-/271304262441?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2afe8329[/url] ([url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Waterproof-Motorcycle-Storage-Cover-Outdoor-For-Honda-Goldwing-Softail-Fireblade-/271304262441?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2afe8329[/url])

Mine arrived yesterday, even fits the bike.

(http://www.imghostr.net/images/2019/04/26/6c8285c4a62f4a25926ff5143097f802.jpg)
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Nigel on July 30, 2014, 08:11:03 PM: Hi Allan , can you give us a report back after a few weeks if its ok as I'm sure that a few members will be interested, I have mine parked under my car port so I just need some thing to keep the dust off. Thanks................................................................................ :wht11
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Poppy Dave on July 30, 2014, 09:23:03 PM: Quote from: ST.George on March 29, 2014, 11:11:33 AM
[url]http://shop.sydneycitymotorcycles.com.au/p/1155091/oxford-aquatex-bike-cover-camo-sm-xl.html[/url] ([url]http://shop.sydneycitymotorcycles.com.au/p/1155091/oxford-aquatex-bike-cover-camo-sm-xl.html[/url])

This one fits my 1300 with top box perfectly. Also fits 1100 as BillSteff has one and he recommended.
Need XL size. Handy slot for disc lock. Central clip is awkward to attach tho. Available online.
Approx $50 + delivery. Not cheap but good quality.

Yeah, Just ordered one of these myself seeing as the bike lives outdoors (old cover from the USA has started to leak quite badly and that cost over $70). I think the extra money is worth it. I have a couple of Oxford products and I'm pleased with them so I thought I'd stick with a brand I know and happy with.

Poppy Dave :wht13
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Gadget on July 30, 2014, 09:25:45 PM: After seeing this post I've ordered one of these in Blue and Silver.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/230965455677?var=530137554459&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/230965455677?var=530137554459&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649)
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: ST2UP on July 30, 2014, 09:46:37 PM: If everyone is putting their ST under the same bike cover :think1 :think1

I JUST FOUND ANOTHER USE FOR THIS:

(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/ST2UP/01a19c2e87e9e7e2bc5ef42cf3979493_zps5689ce01.jpg)

Magnetic OzSTOC Name tags :eek

Available in the OzSTOC shop for $12.00 incl Postage

:beer
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: alans1100 on July 30, 2014, 09:54:49 PM: Quote from: ST2UP on July 30, 2014, 09:46:37 PM
If everyone is putting their ST under the same bike cover :think1 :think1

Sorry, the cover only goes on while it's home......if I remember to.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Gadget on July 30, 2014, 10:05:54 PM: Quote
If everyone is putting their ST under the same bike cover :think1 :think1

I'm not sure they are all going to fit under one cover. :p :grin
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: alchemist on July 30, 2014, 10:58:07 PM: Hahaha Chris good one!!

I'm going to have to grab one for my ST now, bought a cheap eBay one but it isn't a good fit.
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: alans1100 on November 19, 2014, 05:21:22 PM: Quote from: Nigel on July 30, 2014, 08:11:03 PM
Hi Allan , can you give us a report back after a few weeks if its ok as I'm sure that a few members will be interested, I have mine parked under my car port so I just need some thing to keep the dust off. Thanks................................................................................ :wht11

I just remembered this.......better late than never..........lol

So far the cover has held up a few winter and spring storms. The cover does have a couple of clips but I've never needed to use them. I have to be careful when removing the cover as there has been times when it's got caught between the bike and the side case so now the side case area is last on, first off.

Still as new on the bike today.

(http://www.imghostr.net/images/2019/04/30/ab5da2dc7d02d9a8de7c6c0feb8f2816.jpg)

(http://www.imghostr.net/images/2019/04/30/2c8290f53df9205c04bfbe2b24e1e5cc.jpg)
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: spanner on November 20, 2014, 08:33:43 AM: Quote from: Grumpy on March 29, 2014, 11:23:57 AM
I have a full cover for home in the garage, doesn't get used much when the ST is actually going. For travelling I use an army hutchee because they are waterproff and roll up to almost nothing. They can also be stretched quite tight to provide better protection.

Grumpy,..... do you have any photos?
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Grumpy on November 20, 2014, 09:52:43 AM: I guess you mean of the hutchee Spanner?

Not yet but give me a day or two. :grin
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Shiney on January 18, 2016, 08:32:28 AM: Hi guys
I'm looking for a new "full" cover and was hoping that someone could post some pics of the following covers on an ST1300...
The RJays
And the Oxford

And advise what size the cover is

Cheers
Shiney

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Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Abe on January 18, 2016, 09:48:56 AM: This is the one have for when the bike is clean (not often) for home use.

Size XL fits nicely

http://www.mcas.com.au/motorcycle-accessories-road-bike-covers/rjays-lined-bike-cover-waterproof (http://www.mcas.com.au/motorcycle-accessories-road-bike-covers/rjays-lined-bike-cover-waterproof)

Sorry no photo on bike, as the bike is being worked on (read farkling)
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Shiney on January 18, 2016, 11:43:39 AM: Sweet, so XL will fit the bike with the top box and cover the panniers?

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Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Marcus on January 18, 2016, 11:52:42 AM: Quote from: Shiney on January 18, 2016, 11:43:39 AM
Sweet, so XL will fit the bike with the top box and cover the panniers?

:popcorn
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Abe on January 18, 2016, 02:33:54 PM: Quote from: Shiney on January 18, 2016, 11:43:39 AM
Sweet, so XL will fit the bike with the top box and cover the panniers?

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Yes, young fella it will, but don't tell Marcus ;-*
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Marcus on January 18, 2016, 02:53:36 PM: Quote from: Abe on January 18, 2016, 02:33:54 PM
Yes, young fella it will, but don't tell Marcus ;-*

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Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Shiney on January 18, 2016, 03:18:15 PM: Thanks Abe, your a legend :-++
I'll have to order myself one :thumbsup

(And don't worry I won't tell Marcus :grin)

* BTW Nice gif Marcus :rofl
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Abe on January 18, 2016, 03:39:14 PM: Quote from: Marcus on January 18, 2016, 02:53:36 PM
Quote from: Abe on January 18, 2016, 02:33:54 PM
Yes, young fella it will, but don't tell Marcus ;-*

([url]http://gif-finder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Magic-middle-finger.gif[/url])

I feel your love Marcus :grin, so, that kid is from down south I gather :nahnah
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Shiney on January 19, 2016, 02:16:26 PM: Ordered :thumbsup
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Marcus on January 19, 2016, 02:26:08 PM: Me too
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Shiney on January 19, 2016, 02:51:31 PM: Quote from: Marcus on January 19, 2016, 02:26:08 PM
Me too

:runyay
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: mikan13 on January 19, 2016, 05:47:36 PM: I got a RJAYS extra large cover for the ST1100 and good fit for topbox has fleece like lining silver exterior covers the bike like Alan's photo bought from Topgun Honda for about $60 3 years ago.

:wht11
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: mikan13 on January 19, 2016, 05:56:19 PM: Looks like RJAYS have gone up in price the XL is now approx $79, see link for photo.
http://www.bikebiz.com.au/products/RJays-Lined-Waterproof--Bike-Cover.html?gclid=CjwKEAiAt_K0BRCzjtv92_HGoR0SJAA9QNn_E3qO54tj3CQYwtvsO13hGLbsc4_rUlCtRiQpgUao1RoChA_w_wcB (http://www.bikebiz.com.au/products/RJays-Lined-Waterproof--Bike-Cover.html?gclid=CjwKEAiAt_K0BRCzjtv92_HGoR0SJAA9QNn_E3qO54tj3CQYwtvsO13hGLbsc4_rUlCtRiQpgUao1RoChA_w_wcB)

:wht11
Title: Re: Bike Covers - Which one
Post by: Shiney on January 20, 2016, 10:08:19 PM: Well I received the new RJAYS cover today and have used it while at work tonight.

Here's some pics :grin